Midnight Marinara

In our final feast, two dissatisfied teens escape a dull Halloween party to find a cache of eerie sound effect tapes in the attic, and revelations about the collection’s horror-loving owner… Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance), Michael Malconian, Hayden Daviau and Braden Alexander (both of Nat 19), Christopher Addolorato, Connor Andrade and David King. Written by David King. “Trick or Treat” used with permission by Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five. Additional music by Random Encounters and Kevin MacLeod. Opening and ending themes by John King. Mixed and edited by David King.

They’re tearing down Midnight Marinara… But not before a last meal is served.

January 1st, 1889. Somewhere in the California desert, a pair of bandits attempt to rob a train, their targets a pair of railroad barons and their entourage, just as a solar eclipse darkens the sky. Little do both robbers and passengers suspect that they will be making an unexpected detour… Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) Brian Murray, Mads Durbin, McKenzie Fox, Sandy Stoltz, Danny Montooth, Rachel Hanson, AJ Pinkerton and David King. Story conceived created and produced by a collaborative effort of the Creative Horror Network. Script by David King. Music by Abysmii. Opening and ending themes by John King. Mixed and edited by David King.

A familiar tale with a modern twist. Teenagers Mike and Karen find themselves within the walls of a possessed manor where its 999 inhabitants hope to have them fill their quota…. Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) Matt Holley, Rachel Hanson, Benjamin Spiegel, Nick Barbera, David King, Kaela King and Marelle Berry. Music originally written by Buddy Baker and X. Atencio, performed by Windows to Sky: http://www.windowstosky.com/ Mixed and edited by David King. Based on the script of "The Story and Song from the Haunted Mansion" attributed to John R. Wood

Longtime friends and Cryptid-enthusiasts Ant and Germ take a much-needed trip to reconnect and seek out some local legends… Written by Beth Morton. Winner of the Creepy Cooking Staff Writing Challenge. Read by Abysmii and David King. Mixed and edited by David King.

A Med student’s cruel fate is slowly unraveled through the phone calls and voice messages of those around her, revealing jealousies, insecurities, and perhaps murder… Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) Nate Morse, Marissa Yardley, Angi Viper, King Mob, David King and Gwendolyn Pinkerton. Written by Kaela and David King, inspired by “The Body Snatcher” by Robert Louis Stevenson. Opening and ending themes by John King. Mixed and edited by David King.

Time to get up and get shopping! Written by Slimbeast. Read the original here. Music by Kevin MacLeod. Mixed, edited and voiced by David King.

Mr. West expects a dedicated effort from his piano students. He wants them to strive for perfection, and there is no perfection without pain. Mr. West is very good at getting results, at least from those students who survive his courses with their fingers intact… Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) David King, Allen Chaney, Eric Modyman, Audrey Weaver, Sam Kuczynski and Zoe Kuczynski. Written by Allen Chaney and David King. Additional piano music by Stephen Cisterna. Opening and ending themes by John King. Mixed and edited by David King.

Hoping this next investigation will bolster their TV ratings, the Haunt Trackers travel to the ruins of a New Mexico pueblo to research a ghost story of the southwest, the infamous weeping woman said to have drowned her children and haunts the night, dragging the unwary to a watery grave… Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) David King, Michael Malconian, Robin King, Kira Buckland, Abysmii, Matt Holley, Chelsea Caracoza, Carlos Moreno, Fabian Alonzo and Talia Cole. Written by David King, with consulting from Jesse “Seid” Reyes, Carlos Moreno and Talia Cole. Music by captaininsanity, Kevin MacLeod, Tamer Zeynioglu and the Latino Hits Orchestra. Ending theme by John King. Mixed and edited by David King.

Episode 64 - "The Seer of Possibilities"

Episode 63 - "Lure"

The creepy Creative Horror collective have gathered once again for their 2nd year at Midsummer Scream, with a fresh batch of short stories to tell and a couple of blind reads to wrap things up. For the latter half of this panel, listen to Undercooked Analysis here. Performed July 28th, 2018 at the Long Beach Convention Center, featuring David King, Kaela Berry, Allen Chaney, Jesse "Seid," Reyes, Abysmii, Papreeka and Matt Holley. Video recording by Lisa Tom. Special thanks to Zack Sokol and Ben Dickow. “Cycles” is credited to LaserGoose. “Out of Character” was written by Prasokour. "5 Times The Animatronic Fox On Splash Mountain Addressed Me By Name And Told Me He Was Going To Marry My Dad” is from ClickHole.

Claude has more news about the recent delayed burials of Midnight Marinara, and hints of a memorial service coming in October…

Sam and Nathan have been best friends since childhood, and their regular camping trip has become a tradition for just the two of them and Nathan's dog, Mikey. This year, however, things take an unusual turn when they realize they're not alone in their neck of the woods... Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) Ben Spiegel, Ty Lucas, Kaela Berry and David King. Written by Jesse "Seid" Reyes and David King. Music by Kevin MacLeod. "Skully's Love" is by Knightmare. Mixed and edited by David King.

Few have attained the level of fame or infamy as the woman whose likeness is prolifically spread across a veritable army of statuary in New York City. But as she attempts to reconcile with a love from her past, the toll of that fame on her psyche becomes evident... Featuring the voice of Dianna Conley. Additional voices by David King and Kaela Berry. Written by Kaela Berry and David King, based on a true story. "Aunty Pasta" created by Slimebeast, Kaela Berry and David King. Music by Kevin MacLeod. Ending theme by John King. Mixed and Edited by David King.

Dr. Holiday, Ed and Gabe infiltrate San Diego's goblin market in a bid to get Gabe's stolen shadow back, only to find the figure pulling the strings is a dangerous enemy from agency's past... Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) Jesse Ornelas, Michael Ornelas, Rachel Hanson, Brittany Severi, Hayden Daviau, Gus Arredondo and Angi Viper. Additional voices by Talia Cole and David King Written by Mike MacDee and David King. Music by Kevin MacLeod. Ending theme by John King. Mixed and Edited by David King

Midnight Marinara's current maitre d' reveals what's been slowing production lately...

All Gabe Hemingway wanted was to meet his celebrity crush at Comic Con, yet the supernatural bad luck he's carried his entire life kicks things into overdrive when he's adopted by a lunatic wizard and his Egyptian priestess partner to track down supernatural smugglers. But perhaps this meeting was a blessing in disguise... Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) Jesse Ornelas, Michael Ornelas, Rachel Hanson, Lex Reckless, Gus Arredondo, Brittany Severi, Kaela Berry, Hayden Daviau and Angi Viper. Written by Mike MacDee and David King. Music by Kevin MacLeod. Ending theme by John King. Mixed and Edited by David King

They say no news is good news, but this is definitely not great. Just a quick update explaining why there hasn't been an episode this month (answer: circumstances beyond our control), and expectations about future release schedules.

When the undead are seen as little more than a nuisance, those who eradicate them don't get nearly the respect they deserve, or so thinks journalist Amber Gordon as she starts her fact-finding mission into the world of "deadbaggers." Featuring the voices of (in order of appearance) Kira Buckland, Rachel Hanson and Sandy Stoltz, with additional voices by David Little, Marissa Yardley, Sean M. Finkle, Angi Viper and Michael Ornelas. Based on the short story by Slimebeast. Read the original here. Music by Abysmii; additional music by Kevin MacLeod. Ending theme by John King. Mixed and edited by David King.